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If you’re looking for a spot that offers craft beer, then look no further cause Charlotte’s got you covered.  The industry is exploding and the Queen City is right in the middle of it all.  For seventy years, North Carolina had imposed a 6% ABV (alcohol by volume) restriction on beer sold and brewed within […]

During any divorce, one of the most contested issues involves the property distribution. What am I entitled to? How much money will I get? Do I get to keep the home? What about the debts? Often, these questions will circulate in anyone who even thinks of the divorce option. However, one further question a military […]

The marriage or relationship is over. You tried, you tried really hard in fact. But at the end of the day, the two of you have parted ways. You feel like this is the end of the relationship and it is time for you to cut all ties. However, don’t forget about one very important […]

Historically, North Carolina has had a number of special protections for military parents in contested custody situations. Effective October 1, 2013, the North Carolina General Assembly conducted an overhaul on the custody rights of military parents. More specifically, it adopted the Uniform Deployed Parent Custody and Visitation Act which was developed on the national level. […]

One crucial thing lawyers must (before anything else) do, is listen and listen better. Often times, lawyers lose sight of the client and stop listening to their clients because they become enraged with the overall story or they become blindsided by the opposing attorneys’ tactics. In short, if an attorney fails to listen properly to […]

What better way to recognize the upcoming notorious “Valentine’s Day” than to figure out what love really means. I have gone on a quest to fine the true definition of love…… Urban Dictionary Love: Nature’s way of tricking people into reproducing Merriam Webster Love: noun : a feeling of strong or constant affection for a […]

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! I thought I’d share recipes for a few of my favorite side dishes during this time of year. I hope you will enjoy them with your family as I have over the years. Enjoy!   Classic Sweet Potato Casserole Ingredients 4 ½ pounds sweet potatoes Click to see savings 1 […]

The North Carolina statute on adoptions is based in large part on the Uniform Adoption Act. Adoption proceedings are special proceedings before the clerk of the superior court, but appeals and all cases with issues of fact will be heard in the district court. Petition for Adoption Who may Adopt? Any person over the age […]

1. Know the Law and be Prepared. Each year read the following Chapters of the General Statutes: 5A (Contempt); 8C (Evidence); 50 (Divorce, Alimony, etc.); 50A (UCCJEA); 52C (UIFSA); 50B and C (Domestic Violence and No Contact); and 52 (Married Persons, Powers, and Liabilities). It is important to stay updated with the law and it […]

1. Consult with an Attorney – You need to consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area. Divorce is complicated and it is better to know all your rights prior to making any substantial moves towards a divorce. 2. Get your Finances in Order – You need to be aware of all your […]